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Cold Case Unsealed

Cold Case Unsealed is a gripping true crime podcast that reopens forgotten investigations, unsolved murders, and mysterious disappearances that never received the answers they deserved. Each episode dives deep into cold case files, police reports, witness statements, timelines, and overlooked evidence to uncover the stories buried beneath years of silence. From abandoned leads and vanished suspects to shocking twists and hidden connections, Cold Case Unsealed explores the haunting mysteries that

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20:24

Cold Case Unit Says 1995 Willamette River Killing...

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2026/06/17

The episode details the successful resolution of a thirty-one-year-old homicide investigation involving the death of Joni Marie Grigsby in Oregon. Through the use of investigative genetic genealogy, the Lane County Sheriff’s Office identified Roy C. Gomes as the perpetrator of the 1995 crime. Although the suspect died decades ago in a police confrontation, the discovery offers closure to the victim’s family after years of uncertainty. The narrative highlights the vital role of volunteer cold case

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42:57

Shadow in the Valley: The Yosemite Sightseer Murders

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2026/06/16

This episode details the brutal 1999 serial murders of four women in and around Yosemite National Park. The narrative begins with the tragic discovery of three sightseers—Carole Sund, Juli Sund, and Silvina Pelosso—who were kidnapped and killed by Cary Stayner, a handyman at a local motel. It explores the intensive investigation that followed, eventually linking Stayner to a fourth victim, naturalist Joie Armstrong, through forensic evidence and his own disturbing confession. The author also

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34:00

Frederick Police Seek Information in 1989 Cold Case...

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2026/06/16

These sources provide a comprehensive overview of the unsolved 1989 murder of Tracey Kirkpatrick, a high-achieving teenager killed while working at a Frederick, Maryland, clothing store. The materials detail the brutal nature of the crime, the discovery of the victim by a security guard, and the mysterious circumstances surrounding the lack of a clear motive or forced entry. Key investigative leads are explored, including a chilling recorded confession from an anonymous caller and the subsequent

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36:44

Llano County cold case remains likely identified as...

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2026/06/16

The episode details a significant breakthrough in a Texas cold case involving skeletal remains found on a remote Llano County ranch in 2018. Through advanced DNA analysis and forensic anthropology, authorities have tentatively identified the deceased as Eric William Wallace, a man who had been missing since 2017. The report examines the scientific methods used to bridge the gap between an anonymous discovery and a named individual, highlighting the role of genetic genealogy and national databases

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30:57

The Enduring Mystery of the Doodler Serial Killer

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2026/06/16

The episode details the San Francisco Police Department’s ongoing investigation into the Doodler, an unidentified serial killer who targeted gay men during the mid-1970s. This suspect earned his moniker by sketching portraits of his victims in nightlife venues before luring them to isolated coastal areas to be stabbed to death. The sources highlight the historical challenges of the case, noting how the intense societal stigma of the era discouraged survivors and witnesses from testifying. Recently,

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33:04

She was last seen barefoot, wearing a blue nightgown,...

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2026/06/15

The episode examines the unsolved 1970 homicide of Paula Jean Oberbroeckling, an eighteen-year-old from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, who disappeared after leaving her apartment barefoot and in a nightgown. Her bound remains were discovered four months later in a culvert, yet the cause of death was never determined and most physical evidence was later destroyed in a 2008 flood. The sources explore various theories, including a botched illegal abortion, domestic disputes with boyfriends, or a random encounter

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38:17

Idaho Murder Victim's Family Launches Foundation to...

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2026/06/15

Following the 2022 tragedy in Moscow, Idaho, the family of victim Kaylee Goncalves established a nonprofit organization to transform their personal loss into a national resource for justice. This foundation, operating as "Murder Has a Name," focuses on providing financial support for investigative genetic genealogy and advanced DNA testing to resolve stagnant cold cases. By partnering with specialized forensic laboratories, the initiative aims to remove the budgetary obstacles that frequently

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23:12

Missing for Nearly 50 Years: Digging Up Cold Cases in...

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2026/06/15

The episode examines the pervasive crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons within the harsh landscape of Interior Alaska. It specifically highlights the unresolved 1975 disappearance of Ida Rose Jacomet, using her suspicious case to illustrate the systemic and environmental barriers that hinder justice. These obstacles include extreme weather, vast wilderness, and jurisdictional complexities that often cause investigations to stall for decades. Beyond individual stories, the source

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36:32

Unsolved 1983 Double Killing Still Haunts Weatherford

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2026/06/15

These documents detail the unsolved 1983 double homicide of two teenagers, Shelly Colliflower and Vincent Tijerina Jr., in Weatherford, Texas. The victims were discovered shot execution-style in a parked car at a local hangout, a tragedy that shattered the security of their small community. Despite numerous investigations involving multiple law enforcement agencies and recent advancements in forensic technology, no one has been charged in the forty years since the crime. The episode explores various

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41:45

Gabby Petito's Death Highlights Cold Case Mysteries...

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2026/06/14

This episode examines the tragic homicide of Gabby Petito to highlight the inherent dangers and cold cases found within the United States national park system. While Petito’s high-profile disappearance brought intense media focus to domestic violence and wilderness safety, the sources emphasize that many other unsolved mysteries linger in remote terrains due to jurisdictional complexities and harsh environments. The overview catalogs specific historical disappearances and notorious crimes in

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42:37

The Legacy of Adam Walsh: Silence, Failure, and Reform

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2026/06/14

This episode explores the 1981 abduction and murder of Adam Walsh, a case that remained officially unsolved for twenty-seven years. It highlights how Sears’ corporate negligence and the Hollywood Police Department’s inexperience led to the loss of critical evidence and the delayed identification of the killer. Though serial killer Otis Toole was ultimately named the culprit in 2008, the source notes lingering debates regarding other suspects like Jeffrey Dahmer. Beyond the tragedy, the narrative

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43:14

The Girl in the Ditch: Identifying Anita Piteau

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2026/06/14

This transcript details the fifty-two-year investigation into the cold case of Anita Piteau, a young woman murdered in Huntington Beach in 1968. For decades, the victim remained an unidentified Jane Doe after her body was discovered in a remote field with no identification. The narrative follows her family’s long search for answers alongside the persistent efforts of detectives who utilized evolving forensic technology. The case was ultimately resolved through genetic genealogy, which allowed

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53:49

The Graveyard on Ocean Parkway

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2026/06/14

The episode details the long-term investigation into the Gilgo Beach serial killings, a case that remained unsolved for over a decade after human remains were first discovered on a desolate Long Island parkway. Reporters recount the initial 2010 discovery of the "Gilgo Four," young women whose disappearances eventually exposed a larger graveyard containing ten sets of remains. The narrative emphasizes the dysfunctional police management and early exclusion of the FBI, which many believe stalled

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40:48

How DNA Technology Broke Open the Cold Case in...

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2026/06/13

The episode details the 1993 cold case murder of Jeanie Childs and the revolutionary scientific methods used to identify her killer decades later. After the investigation stalled for twenty-six years, authorities utilized forensic genetic genealogy to narrow their search to a Minnesota man named Jerry Westrom. Investigators surreptitiously obtained his DNA from a discarded napkin at a sporting event to confirm a match with evidence found at the original crime scene. This forensic breakthrough,

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61:07

The Clues That Reopened America’s Most Chilling Cases

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2026/06/13

This episode review from an A&E documentary provides an in-depth look at two notorious criminal investigations involving the Zodiac Killer and Theresa Knorr. The first section outlines the elusive nature of the Zodiac, highlighting his calculated attacks in California, the complex ciphers sent to newspapers, and the eventual failure of DNA and fingerprint evidence to definitively convict prime suspect Arthur Lee Allen. The narrative then shifts to the harrowing case of Theresa Knorr, whose

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19:42

Man Charged in 2022 Westport Retaliatory Killing

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2026/06/13

This episode details the 2026 arrest of Dontaye Montez Carter for the retaliatory homicide of Kenneth Lawson, a case that remained unsolved for four years. Following an alleged armed carjacking in 2022, prosecutors claim Carter used digital tracking and social media to hunt down and execute the young man in Baltimore’s Westport neighborhood. The report highlights the critical role of the city's Cold Case Unit in securing charges through the analysis of surveillance footage and phone data. Beyond the

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23:12

The Disappearance of Helen Munnings

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2026/06/12

This source provides a comprehensive overview of the unsolved disappearance of Helen Munnings, a twenty-year-old mother who vanished from Burnie, Tasmania, in July 2008. The text details the circumstances of her final sightings, specifically her last known interaction with her former partner, Adam Taylor, and the subsequent investigation into her suspected homicide. It explores the tumultuous personal relationships and the challenges Helen faced as a young mother, alongside the extensive search

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32:39

Aurora Police Produce Their Own True-Crime Podcast in...

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2026/06/12

The episode details an innovative and controversial move by the Aurora Police Department to solve the 2016 cold-case murder of Chelsea Yasser through a self-produced true-crime podcast titled "The White Whale." By adopting the dramatic storytelling techniques of popular media, law enforcement hopes to generate fresh leads regarding a stabbing death that was partially caught on surveillance video a decade ago. While the initiative seeks to leverage public engagement to find a suspect linked to a

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16:10

San Francisco Offers Reward for 1970s Serial Killer...

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2026/06/12

San Francisco authorities have announced a quarter-million-dollar reward to help resolve a series of unsolved homicides targeting gay men during the mid-1970s. Investigators believe a serial killer lured victims to secluded locations near Ocean Beach, where six men were found dead over a two-year span. While police have identified a local person of interest linked to similar violent incidents from that era, no definitive forensic connection has been established. To broaden the search, the FBI is

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29:09

Slaying suspect in San Diego charged with 3 more...

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2026/06/11

A recent legal development in San Diego involves the prosecution of 74-year-old Dwight William Rhone, who is accused of committing four murders over a thirty-year period. While Rhone was already in custody for a 2023 highway shooting, investigators recently used forensic breakthroughs and property searches to link him to human remains found at his former residence and two additional cold cases dating back to the 1990s. The sources highlight how modern DNA technology and inter-agency cooperation

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